Nutrition & Lifestyle Guidance Flashcards
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A client training for a charity aerobics marathon asks about carbohydrate loading. When should carbohydrate loading ideally begin before the event?
Answer: 3–4 days before the event
Carbohydrate loading typically begins 3–4 days before a prolonged endurance event to maximize muscle glycogen stores.
Which of the following is a sign of overtraining syndrome that a CAT trainer should recognize and address with lifestyle modifications?
Answer: Increased resting heart rate and persistent fatigue
Overtraining syndrome presents with elevated resting heart rate, fatigue, poor performance, and mood changes, requiring rest and nutrition adjustments.
A perimenopausal client reports difficulty sleeping, mood swings, and fatigue. Which lifestyle modification should a CAT trainer prioritize recommending?
Answer: Consistent sleep schedule, stress management, and adequate calcium/vitamin D intake
Perimenopause symptoms are best managed with consistent sleep routines, stress reduction practices, and bone-supporting nutrients like calcium and vitamin D.
What is the primary purpose of omega-3 fatty acids in the diet of a regular aerobics participant?
Answer: Reduce exercise-induced inflammation and support heart health
Omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) have anti-inflammatory properties and support cardiovascular health, benefiting regular aerobic exercisers.
A client asks about the role of antioxidants after aerobics class. Which statement BEST describes their function?
Answer: Antioxidants neutralize free radicals produced during exercise
Exercise produces free radicals (reactive oxygen species), and dietary antioxidants like vitamins C and E help neutralize them to reduce oxidative stress.
A client doing high-impact aerobics reports frequent stress fractures. Which combination of nutrients should the CAT trainer emphasize?
Answer: Calcium and vitamin D
Adequate calcium and vitamin D are critical for bone density and reducing stress fracture risk in high-impact exercise participants.
What effect does chronic sleep deprivation have on a client's ability to benefit from their aerobics program?
Answer: It impairs recovery, increases cortisol, and reduces performance gains
Sleep deprivation elevates cortisol, impairs muscle repair, disrupts glucose metabolism, and reduces exercise performance and adaptation.